Summary

Following recent lease agreements that extend training schedules for multiple teams, the Atlanta Braves have moved their home ground to North Port, FL. This relocation allows them to continue their training program in the Orlando region. The agreement ensures that every franchise retains a lease for several years while preparing for the current Spring Training period, a situation that is particularly beneficial for the Phillies, who are currently playing their home games in Clearwater, FL. Although the Braves' move is a significant strategic shift, the team maintains its commitment to training in North Port despite the distance. The contract explicitly states that a lease will remain active for the duration of the 2024 training season, providing a safe and consistent location for development. Additionally, the Miami Marlins have signed a new 3-year lease in Tampa Bay, meaning they also hold a rental agreement that ends well before the 2025 deadline, further increasing competition in the Tampa area. These developments indicate a broader trend of teams leasing or relocating to optimize training facilities while maintaining proximity to their home crowds. Ultimately, while the Braves leave the Orlando area to North Port in 2019, the agreement guarantees that their training schedule remains active for the foreseeable future under the terms outlined by the league.

Title

Spring Training Connection

Description

A guide to spring training ballparks in Arizona and Florida.

Keywords

training, spring, games, league, grapefruit, cactus, teams, florida, arizona, ballpark, schedules, stadium, guide, team, park, recap, night

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Dates

Created 2026-04-11

Updated 2026-04-11

Summarized 2026-04-16